- Must visit
Museo Storico e il Parco del Castello di Miramare
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$25
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$58
Fastest journey on Aug 30
9 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
9 h 25 m
Buses on Aug 30
9
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Trieste will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 9 buses from Rome to Trieste, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct buses cover the 430 km distance in an average of 9 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest buses will take 9 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus
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2790
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2772
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054 · 064
2790
2772Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, while a flight costs an average of $441.
Distance: 267 miles (430 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $441 Average price | $203 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Trieste:
A train is $8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Trieste costing on average $54.
A train is $395 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Trieste costing on average $441.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 10m.
Bus takes on average 9h 45m.
Tickets start at around $54 compared to roughly $203 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $149. The journey takes 9h 45m versus 6h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Itabus, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Trieste buses for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 13h00 | 6:25 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h05 | 6:25 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
2772 | 10:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h40 | 7:40 AM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
054 · 064 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h30 | 8:30 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h40 | 8:45 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h40 | 7:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
2790 | 10:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h35 | 7:35 PM Trieste, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h15 | 9:35 PM Trieste, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 11h20 | 12:25 AM Trieste, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Rome to Trieste run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 267 miles (430 km) distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 267 miles (430 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Trieste — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trieste trip today.
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Main civic art museum with Italian paintings, sculpture, fashion, and design. A strong overview of Trieste’s artistic and cultural development.
Museum in San Giusto Castle presenting archaeology, weapons, and civic collections. It pairs well with the hilltop setting and city panoramas.
Trieste’s canal district with waterside buildings, churches, and cafés nearby. It is among the city’s most photogenic and walkable central areas.
Seafront promenade stretching along Barcola, popular for sunset walks, swimming spots, and open gulf views. It is a beloved everyday Trieste experience.
Popular urban beach and waterfront district north of the center. Visitors come for sea access, relaxed walks, and classic Adriatic scenery.
A hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, shaped by Trieste's Austro-Hungarian heritage. It is one of the city's most iconic cold-weather dishes.
Boiled pork platter, often with cotechino, tongue and sauerkraut. A classic Trieste meal linked to Central European culinary traditions.
Breaded and fried anchovies, usually served crisp as a popular Adriatic seafood dish in local trattorias and osmize.
Refined seafood restaurant with a long reputation for elegant Adriatic dishes and polished service near central Trieste.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fresh fish and Adriatic specialties in a warm, established local atmosphere.
Classic Trieste café famous for coffee, pastries and literary history. Ideal for local coffee culture and traditional sweets.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can rise in peak season, but dining and local buses are reasonable versus Venice or Milan.
Service is often included. Rounding up or leaving €1-2 at cafés is enough; 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated, not expected. Taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Trieste by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Trieste buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Trieste, Autostazione station pair, with some services arriving at Trieste, Centrale. Use this guide to compare Rome and Trieste bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Italiano (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus).
Available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Elevators, ramps.
Trieste, Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste, Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a small cafe inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the waiting area. ATMs are an ATM is located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste, Centrale.
Available at Trieste, Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste, Centrale: Wheelchair access is available throughout the station.
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